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Day Trip Guides

The Main Line area is a dream for day trips. The sheer abundance of idyllic towns in the region means there’s always somewhere new to discover (or rediscover, if you’ve been to the town before). Perhaps the most exciting part of life around the western suburbs is that it’s everchanging, with new businesses and eateries popping up each day. Whether you’re a local or visitor to the Philly suburbs, use our day trip guides as a starting point for your adventures through fan-favorite towns like Ardmore and Malvern or nearby Jersey Shore hotspots like Cape May (and that’s just the start). Of course, if you uncover something new while you’re in town, so much the better — that’s the point of a day trip, after all.

Where to Go Ice Skating Around the Philly Suburbs This Winter

There are plenty of local rinks where you can lace up your skates for ice skating throughout the Main Line region.

Main Liners Will Fall in Love with These Date Ideas

Whether it's your first date or a special anniversary, these date ideas around the Main Line will surely get sparks flying and hearts fluttering.

24 Hours in Kennett Square: How to Spend a Day in Town

Start your Kennett Square explorations with must-see greenery and end with a gourmet dinner in the heart of town.

Cut Your Christmas Tree at These Philadelphia Suburbs Farms

Ready to decorate your home for the holidays? These farms around the Main Line area will help you find your perfect Christmas tree.

The West Chester Christmas Parade Is Back: What to Know

The West Chester Christmas Parade celebrates the borough's 225th anniversary with exclusive deals throughout the day.
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Where to Show Your Support Around the Main Line This Veterans Day

These local events and ceremonies make for great ways to honor veterans around the Main Line and western suburbs.

The Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa Is an Idyllic Wine Country Getaway

For a fall escape from the Main Line region, venture to New York for a weekend at this Finger Lakes gem.

Your Guide to the Main Line Area’s Parks, Gardens and Preserves

The Main Line region is home to an abundance of natural destinations, from gardens and arboretums to national parks and trails.

Your Guide to the Main Line Area’s Museums, Theaters and More

With so much talent in our western suburbs, there’s no need to travel to Philadelphia for exceptional performances. Here’s a look at our first-class theater companies.

11 Thanksgiving Turkey Trots Around the Main Line Region

Want to get in exercise to offset your Thanksgiving meal? Lace up your sneakers for these turkey trots around the Philadelphia suburbs.
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Our Best of the Main Line Nomination Ballot is open through January 8!